The Complete Vatican Tour With Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica

6119

3.5 h

20 max

Seeing St. Peter's Basilica in the morning light is an experience like none other.

In the Vatican, the galleries themselves are part of the art.

Your guide will give you hints on what to look out for inside the Sistine Chapel

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Overview

Our Complete Vatican Tour gives you the best of the museum's collections and an in-depth understanding of the art, architecture, and history contained within the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel. The specially-curated itinerary ensures that you see the most famous attractions as well as lesser-known gems in just over 3 hours. With skip-the-line tickets to both the Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica there is no quicker or more accessible way to see the best of the Vatican.

Skip the line at the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica with pre-reserved group entrance tickets, saving hours of waiting.
Visit the most essential areas of Vatican City: the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica.
Enjoy a specially designed route highlighting all the works you wanted to see and a few surprises you won’t expect.
Stand in utter awe under Michelangelo’s ceiling in the Sistine Chapel and learn the incredible stories behind its frescoes.
With only 20 people (or fewer), a comfortable headset and an expert guide, your experience will be intimate and surpass your expectations.

Complete Vatican Tour Itinerary

Start your tour by skipping the (always long) ticket lines to get into the museum and diving right into the galleries holding some of the most famous works of art in the world. This specially-designed route encompasses all the can’t-miss pieces while also including some of the lesser-known works that will really dazzle you.

Your expert, English-speaking guide will give you eye-opening insight and context (along with some great stories) as you explore the Raphael Rooms, the Belvedere c...

Price

$129

Free Cancellation

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Meeting Point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Antico Café Candia, Via Candia, 153, 00192 Roma RM.

Total Customer Reviews: 6119

Verified Ratings

4.6 /5

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Latest Reviews

Excellent

Our tour guide had a vast amount of knowledge on this tour and was absolutely phenomenal!

Verified · Stacy · Mar 30, 2025 · Italy · Female · 45 to 54 years

Great

The guided tour to Vatican attractions was fantastic and learnt quite a bit hearing the guide. I highly recommend the tour to anyone who wants a hassle free and experienced guides.

Verified · Rama · Mar 28, 2025 · Male

Excellent

This tour is exceptional! Our guide knew her stuff and much more, leaving us with so much more than any audio tour could provide. We forgot her name unfortunately, but she was great.

Verified · Roderick · Mar 28, 2025 · Male · 65 to 74 years

Great

It is a long tour, lots of slow walking & information, but the buildings, paintings & sculptures are amazing.

Verified · Alistair · Mar 25, 2025 · United Kingdom · Male · 65 to 74 years

Great

Our guide had excellent knowledge and was a skilled communicator, obviously very passionate about her subject and managed the group with courtesy. I definitely finished the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel tour knowing more than before I started! It did get very crowded and hot and 3+ hours is a long time to be on your feet and there's a lot to take in, which some may find difficult. My own preference would be to organise the tour with a little more time available in the Sistine Chapel if possible, but I thoroughly recommend this company.

Verified · Brenda · Mar 24, 2025 · Italy · Female · 65 to 74 years

Know Before You Book

Are there any times when St. Peter's Basilica will not be open to visitors?

The special access passage between the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and subject to other unexpected closures during special celebrations/festivities, including the Easter ceremonies. On such days we will instead explore the magnificent Pinacoteca Gallery rather than the Basilica.

What is the dress code for the Vatican?

Access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel is permitted only to visitors dressed modestly (no sleeveless blouses, no miniskirts, no shorts, no hats allowed). All guests regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees.

Is this tour accessible to guests with mobility impairments?

Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact the Guest Experience team at info@takewalks.com to make alternative arrangements.

Is proof of identity (ID) required for this tour?

Yes! Please ensure that all members of your party, including children, have a valid ID on them on the day of the visit.